Current affairs and static general knowledge — history, geography, polity, economy, science, sports, awards, books, and important days as asked in the general awareness section.
Ashoka's famous stone pillars were mainly carved from which rock?
Marble
Granite
Sandstone
Basalt
Correct answer
Marble
Read the below statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Mark the correct options:
Assertion (A): Post-Mauryan Buddhist stupas show regional variations in form, such as cruciform bases and pyramidal superstructures.
Reason (R): Use of diverse local materials and building techniques led to the emergence of distinct stupa styles across regions.
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
A is true, but R is false
Both A and R are false
Correct answer
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
Consider the following statements under FIDE chess rules:
A pawn may be promoted to a queen upon reaching the 8th rank, even if the original queen is still on the board.
Castling is allowed only if neither the king nor rook has moved, and the king doesn't pass through or into check.
Which of the above statement is/are Correct?
Only 1 is Correct
Only 2 is Correct
1 and 2 both are Correct
Neither 1 nor 2 are Correct
Correct answer
Only 1 is Correct
Which sport did Sheetal Devi win a Paralympic medal in at the Paris 2024 Paralympics?
Shooting
Archery
Badminton
Athletics
Correct answer
Shooting
Consider the following
Statements:
Statement
Statement 2. Babur was overthrown by Sher Shah and later succeeded by his grandson Akbar.
Which of the statements is/are correct?
Only 1
Only 2
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
Correct answer
Only 1
Match the Indian Paralympic athletes with their medal, event, and Games:
| Athlete | Medal, Event & Games |
|---|---|
| A) Joginder Singh Bedi | 1) Gold, Javelin Athens 2004 |
| B) Devendra Jhajharia | 2) Silver, Shot Put Stoke/New York 1984 |
| C) Rajinder Singh Rahelu | 3) Bronze, Powerlifting 56kg, Athens 2004 |
| D) Bhimrao Kesarkar | 4) Silver, Javelin Stoke/New York 1984 |
A-3, B-4, C-2, D-1
A-2, B-1, C-3, D-4
A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3
A-1, B-3, C-4, D-2
Correct answer
A-3, B-4, C-2, D-1
Which Indian government body was appointed as the overall Project Development Consultant (PDC) for the Port and Inland Water Transport (IWT) component of the Kaladan project?
India Ports Global Private Limited (IPGPL)
Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust
Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI)
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Correct answer
India Ports Global Private Limited (IPGPL)
Examine the statements below and select the most appropriate option.
Assertion (A): India and Chile's signing of the CEPA Terms of Reference in May 2025 signified a strategic move beyond the underperforming Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA).
Reason (R): The April 2024 Joint Study Group recommended a broader CEPA to boost cooperation in digital services, critical minerals, and MSMEs.
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
A is false, but R is true
A is true, but R is false
Correct answer
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
Read the following two statements carefully and choose the correct option:
Statement 1: India experienced a negative population growth rate between 1911 and 1921.
Statement 2: The influenza epidemic of 1918-19 caused widespread deaths during that period.
Only 1
Only 2
Both 1 and 2 are correct
Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
Correct answer
Only 1
What is the primary role of the INSAT-3DS satellite launched under the GSLV-F14 mission?
To monitor India's defense satellite communication network.
To provide direct-to-home broadcasting services across rural India.
To enhance meteorological observations and aid in weather forecasting.
To serve as a backup for interplanetary deep-space communications.
Correct answer
To monitor India's defense satellite communication network.
Which of the following industries consumes the highest share of manganese in India?
Photography
Metallurgical
Match
Leather
Correct answer
Photography
Read the following statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Choose the correct option:
Assertion (A): The Reusable Launch Vehicle - Technology Demonstrator (RLV-TD) program by ISRO is a cornerstone for India's future reusable space access capabilities.
Reason (R): RLV-TD missions are specifically designed to test crucial technologies like hypersonic flight, autonomous landing systems, and the structural resilience of a winged re-entry vehicle.
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
A is true, but R is false
A is false, but R is true
Correct answer
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
Read the following statements about plant hormones:
Auxins promote apical dominance.
Cytokinins promote senescence.
Ethylene accelerates fruit ripening.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Only 1 and 2 are correct
Only 1 and 3 are correct
Only 2 and 3 are correct
1, 2 and 3 all are correct
Correct answer
Only 1 and 2 are correct
If the half-life of a radioactive substance is 10 days, then the time taken for 75% of the original sample to decay is:
5 days
10 days
20 days
30 days
Correct answer
5 days
Under Bharatiya Nagarik suraksha Samhita(BNSS), every police station must maintain what digital register?
Crime Index
Crime Registry
E-FIR log
Daily Case Register
Correct answer
Crime Index
Under SMAM, what percentage grant is provided to FPOs for Kisan Drone demonstrations?
40%
50%
75%
100%
Correct answer
40%
Fill in the Blank:
Ghoomar means ______ in Rajasthani.
Jump
Twirl
Sing
Celebrate
Correct answer
Jump
What is the primary purpose of the 2024 Environmental Performance Index (EPI)?
To evaluate GDP growth across developing nations
To offer a global ranking of environmental NGOs
To rank countries on environmental and climate performance
To list the most polluted cities across continents
Correct answer
To evaluate GDP growth across developing nations
Read the below statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Mark the correct options:
Assertion (A): A country with high Human Development Index may still have high multidimensional poverty.
Reason (R): Human Development Index is an average and doesn't capture intra-country inequalities.
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
A is true, but R is false.
A is false, but R is true.
Correct answer
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Read the following two statements carefully and choose the correct option:
Assertion (A): In barter exchange, double coincidence of wants enhances transactional efficiency.
Reason (R): Double coincidence of wants is done away with by money.
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
A is true, but R is false.
A is false, but R is true.
Correct answer
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Solving previous year questions by topic helps identify recurring concepts, question patterns, and frequently asked sub-topics. Attempt each question, review the step-by-step explanation, and note down key formulas or facts for quick revision before the exam.